Felix Cruz Jr.

Felix Cruz, Jr. passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Rocky Knoll Care Facility in Plymouth, WI, with his children by his side. He was 80 years old.

Felix was born in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico on January 5, 1944 to the late Felix Cruz Gomez Sr. and Petra Ernestina (Suarez).

He worked as a laborer at Kohler Company for several years before retirement. Felix loved to work and took pride and joy in his productivity. After his retirement, he worked at Walmart assisting customers with his warm and compassionate smile. 

He enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, walking by the lake, cooking Puerto Rican food, going to casinos and watching movies. Above all, he loved spending time with his family.

Felix is survived by his daughters; Nichole (Joel) Cruz-Trimberger and Deana (Thomas) Rabideaux, both of Sheboygan, son; Eric (Kelly) Cruz of Howards Grove, grandchildren; Kaitlyn, Emily, Hailey, Larissa, Alexander, Peyton, Conor, and Kendall, half-siblings; Rita Cruz, Melissa Keesee, Linda Cruz, Thomas Cruz, and Anthony Cruz. He is further survived by special friend Diana “Dee” Wilsing, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Felix is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Miguel A. Cruz.

A memorial service to celebrate Felix’s life will be held at 5:30pm on March 4, 2024 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2104 Geele Ave, in Sheboygan with Pastor Berglund presiding.

Relatives and friends may greet the family at church on Monday the 4th, from 4:00pm.- until the time of service.

The family would like to thank Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice and Rocky Knoll for their care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated in Felix’s name. 

The Wenig Funeral Home – Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information, please visit www.wenigfh.com .